James Boasberg

James Boasberg

judge United States

James Boasberg is a federal judge serving on the United States District Court for the District of Columbia. Appointed by President Barack Obama in 2011, he has presided over significant cases involving environmental regulations, immigration policies, and civil rights issues. Recently, he made headlines for issuing a ruling that prevented the Trump administration from rapidly deporting five Venezuelan citizens, invoking a rarely used 1798 law. His decision reflects a commitment to upholding legal protections and ensuring due process for individuals facing deportation.

Born on Jul 15, 1962 (63 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
62,338
Power
2,479$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
United Kingdom 1 6.00 0.09% +0% 67,886,011 62,338 $2,700,000 2,479$
Totals 1 67,886,011 62,338 $2,700,000 2,479$
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Recent Mentions

United States United States: U.S. District Judge James Boasberg ordered the Trump administration to facilitate the return of 137 migrants deported to El Salvador. 6

Fox News: Judge Boasberg orders Trump admin to bring back deported migrants

United States United States: Judge James Boasberg is overseeing the Alien Enemies Act case involving Venezuelan migrants. 5

Fox News: DOJ tells Boasberg it can't return hundreds of CECOT migrants in court clash

United States United States: Judge James Boasberg ruled that the 137 migrants received constitutionally inadequate process. 5

CNN: Rubio says US does not know whereabouts of 137 Venezuelans deported under the Alien Enemies Act